Preconception visit Counseling General consideration 80% of patients undergoing bariatric surgery are women of reproductive age NIH bariatric surgery indications o 100 lb excess weight o BMI 40 kg/m 2 without obesity-associated co-morbidities (DM, CV disease, sleep apnea) o BMI 35-39.9 kg/m 2 with 1 of more associated medical problems Pregnancy outcomes after bariatric surgery o Previous weight loss attempts Absolute risk Relative risk BENEFITS Three primary bariatric approaches Macrosomia (>4000 g) (4) 1.1 vs 0.6% OR.4 (0.2-0.8) 1. Gastric lap band (restrictive) o Less effective long term HTN disorder (4) 7.8 vs 2.2% 0.4 (0.3-0.6) o 50% complication rate 2. Vertical sleeve gastrectomy (restrictive) DM (total) (4) 5.7 vs 2.2% 0.6 (0.4-0.9) 3. Roux-en Y (restrictive and malabsorptive) Gestational DM (6) 0.4 (0.3-0.8) Future Pregnancy Recommend reviewing risks and benefit of pregnancy outcomes after bariatric surgery (see table) No difference in pregnancy outcomes between malabsorptive and restrictive procedures. (1) Recommend delaying pregnancy 18-24 months post-surgery. Perineal laceration (5) 23.0 vs 12.5% 0.4 (0.3-0.8) RISKS Cesarean section (6) 1.34 (1.1-1.7) Small for gestational age (6) 2.7 (2.0-2.7) Preterm birth (6) 1.4 (1.01 2.03) PPROM (1) 1.9 (1.3-2) NO CHANGE Miscarriage (7) 21.6 vs 26.0% Contraceptive counseling Adolescents fastest growing group Congenital anomaly (8) 4.1 vs 3.4% undergoing bariatric surgery and twice as likely to become pregnant compared general adolescent population. Recommend contraceptive counseling prior to bariatric surgery. Oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) absorption decreased in Roux en Y. Consider non-oral contraceptives. 1
Initial prenatal visit Management Recommend maternal fetal medicine consultation; consider transfer of care Consider PPI given increased risk of ulcers and reflux Consider 81 mg ASA for preeclampsia prevention Nutritional considerations o Review Institute of Medicine weight gain goals based on pre-gravid BMI. o Recommend nutrition consultation o Recommend protein 60-80 g/day o Recommend prenatal PNV (with 400 mcg folic acid) and MVI containing vitamin B1 1.2 mg, vitamin K 90 mcg, biotin 30 mcg, zinc 8 mg, folate 400 mcg, iron 18 mg o Ensure vitamin A supplementation 5000 international units (IU)/day Vitamins with beta-carotene, the pre-form Vitamin A which is not teratogenic, are preferred. Retinyl acetate & retinyl palmitate in doses of > 5000 IU/day may be teratogenic. See Appendix for common bariatric vitamin supplements. After malabsorptive surgery (Roux en Y) o Vitamin B12 500-1000 mcg oral or sublingual daily o Calcium citrate 1200-2000 mg with Vitamin D 400-800 IU daily Labs CBC Ferritin Iron Vitamin B12 RBC folate (not serum folate which reflects recent oral intake) Vitamin D Calcium Oral intake absorption of medications may be decreased. If therapeutic drug level critical, test drug levels After restrictive surgery (Lap band) No consensus regarding nutritional supplementation Consider early consultation with bariatric surgeon to adjust band for nausea/vomiting in first trimester Second trimester 50% cannot tolerate glucola due to dumping syndrome (abdominal cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting from fluid shifts post hyperosmolar fluid intake causing small bowel distension). DM screening o If able to drink a 12 oz soda, likely able to tolerate one hour 50 g glucose tolerance test Alternatives 1. Fasting and post-breakfast glucose checks x 1 week between 24-28 weeks 2. HgA1C > 6.5% 3. IV glucose tolerance test (9) (see below for protocol) CBC Iron Ferritin Calcium Vitamin D Drug levels as needed 2
Third trimester Most women remain obese after surgery and may require labor induction, more oxytocin and have longer labor than non-obese women. (1) Drug levels as needed Bariatric surgery is not an indication for Cesarean delivery Consider anesthesia consultation if BMI 45 and/or history of difficulty with anesthesia. Consider prelabor consultation with bariatric surgeon if extensive abdominal surgery Post-partum Use caution with NSAIDs to avoid gastric ulceration. Contraceptive counseling particularly if desiring OCPs and s/p Roux-en-Y as absorption may be compromised Recommend lactation consult if breastfeeding If breastfeeding, encourage calcium citrate supplementation 1500 mg, vitamin D 400-800 IU & vitamin B12 500-1500 mcg daily Routine Special Considerations Avoid extended release medication preparations; oral solutions and rapid releasing preparations are preferred. Recommend high suspicion for gastro-intestinal complications in pregnant women with significant abdominal symptoms. Consider surgery consultation if presents with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or other abdominal symptoms. References 1 Sheiner E, Balaban E, Dreiher J, Levi I, Levy A. Pregnancy outcome in patients following different types of bariatric surgeries. Obesity surgery. 2009 Sep;19(9):1286-92. 2 Eid GM, Cottam DR, Velcu LM, et al. Effective treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome with Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Surgery for obesity and related diseases : official journal of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. 2005 Mar-Apr;1(2):77-80. 3 Teitelman M, Grotegut CA, Williams NN, Lewis JD. The impact of bariatric surgery on menstrual patterns. Obesity surgery. 2006 Nov;16(11):1457-63. 4 Weintraub AY, Levy A, Levi I, Mazor M, Wiznitzer A, Sheiner E. Effect of bariatric surgery on pregnancy outcome. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2008 Dec;103(3):246-51. 5 Belogolovkin V, Salihu HM, Weldeselasse H, et al. Impact of prior bariatric surgery on maternal and fetal outcomes among obese and non-obese mothers. Archives of gynecology and obstetrics. 2012 May;285(5):1211-8. 6 Marceau P, Kaufman D, Biron S, et al. Outcome of pregnancies after biliopancreatic diversion. Obesity surgery. 2004 Mar;14(3):318-24. 7 Josefsson A, Bladh M, Wirehn AB, Sydsjo G. Risk for congenital malformations in offspring of women who have undergone bariatric surgery. A national cohort. BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology. 2013 Nov;120(12):1477-82. 8 ACOG practice bulletin no. 105: bariatric surgery and pregnancy. Obstet Gynecol. 2009 Jun;113(6):1405-13. 9 Posner NA, Silverstone FA, Breuer J, Heller M. Simplifying the intravenous glucose tolerance test. The Journal of reproductive medicine. 1982 Oct;27(10):633-8. 3
Appendix A. Common bariatric vitamin supplement contents Brand Vitamin A Folic Acid More information Bariatric Advantage Advanced Multi EA 5000 IU (75% beta carotene; 25% Palmitate 400 mcg https://www1.bariatricadvantage.com/c atalog/us-en/1/multivitamins Celebrate 10,000 IU blended beta carotene and retinyl palmitate 800 mcg https://www.celebratevitamins.com/edu cation/compare/197.html Fusion 1875 IU (does not specify type of Vitamin A) 200 mcg http://bariatricfusion.com/vitaminmineral-supplement-mixed-berryflavor.html B. IV glucose tolerance test protocol (9) NPO eight hours prior to test Obtain fasting blood glucose IV 0.9 NS Push glucose 25 grams over 2-4 minutes Flush IV line then DC IV Blood sample 10 min after glucose load Blood sample 60 min after glucose load Q = 10 minute glucose/60 minute glucose K t, glucose disappearance rate, is then read from the accompanying table o Normal values (note that higher value is normal) i. 1 st trimester K t > 1.37 ii. 2 nd trimester K t > 1.18 iii. 3 rd trimester K t > 1.13 4
Revised Date: MS/7-13-2015 These algorithms are designed to assist the primary care provider in the clinical management of a variety of problems that occur during pregnancy. They should not be interpreted as a standard of care, but instead represent guidelines for management. Variation in practices should take into account such factors as characteristics of the individual patient, health resources, and regional experience with diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. The algorithms remain the intellectual property of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. They cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without the expressed written permission of the school. www.mombaby.org 5